Dauiatpur Village - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Dauiatpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 51.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Basuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dauiatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauiatpur is 310583. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.9 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dauiatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dauiatpur
As per Census 2011, Dauiatpur village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 390 males and 389 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dauiatpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 390 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 168 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 245 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 145 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Dauiatpur
Dauiatpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamzapur | North | 1.09 km |
| Paschim Kashipur | East | 1.27 km |
| Takipur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Dafarpur | South | 1.36 km |
| Khozapur | West | 1.47 km |
| Latkeshabpur | East | 1.81 km |
| Singfarka | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Kasba | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Mallikpur | North | 2.06 km |
| Madhabpur | North-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dauiatpur
Dauiatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Dauiatpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Dauiatpur is about 51.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dauiatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauiatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dauiatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauiatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dauiatpur
Where is Dauiatpur located?
Dauiatpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dauiatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dauiatpur is Basuria.
What is the pincode of Dauiatpur?
The pincode of Dauiatpur is 733124.
What is the population of Dauiatpur?
Dauiatpur has a total population of 779, including 390 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Dauiatpur?
There are 184 households in Dauiatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dauiatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauiatpur is 58.02%. Male literacy is 62.82% and female literacy is 53.21%.